Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay When You Think Your Autistic Partner May Also Be Narcissistic-Conversation with Damla
Apr 19, 2024
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During this conversation with Damla we explore how autism and narcissist traits can co-exist. The topics we discuss include:
- Love bombing.
- Denial of neurodivergence.
- Very direct communication.
- Routines with housekeeping and meals.
- Spending money on things that made his life easier. Seemed not to care about finances.
- Did not have many friends.
- Not taking responsibility for the impact of his behavior.
- Cultural differences.
- Understanding which behaviors are toxic.
- Adjusted her life to fit into his life and routine.
- Feeling exhausted and started to implement boundaries.
- Relationship began to change after boundaries were being set.
- Everything had to be his way and he stopped being loving and kind.
- Understanding when gaslighting was occurring.
- Not taking responsibility for any of his behavior.
- Not feeling bad or sad when you hurt someone you care about.
- The importance of focusing on people’s behavior and not ignoring when actions are toxic.
- Pay attention when someone doesn’t apologize or take responsibility for their behavior.
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